Serving 75 students in grades 6-8, Sherman Thomas Stem Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy's student population of 75 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Thomas Stem Academy is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)8%
33%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 06/04/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Thomas Stem Academy's ranking?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy is ranked #562 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sherman Thomas Stem Academy?
75 students attend Sherman Thomas Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sherman Thomas Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sherman Thomas Stem Academy?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sherman Thomas Stem Academy offer ?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sherman Thomas Stem Academy part of?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy is part of Sherman Thomas STEM Academy School District.
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